We love Mother Goose Time. That is no secrete around here. Each year with them gets better and better. We are so blessed to have the program to help me homeschool the children. Our older kids even enjoy the program. The results of the program have been amazing and our two and three year olds…
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Summer Cooking Without Heating the House
The summer heat can be oppressive. I find it is a big help saving money and sanity by thinking through cooking to make what we need without overheating the house. Cooking can lead to a high cooling bill but you can’t really go three months without cooking. The good news is you have options to…
Simple Summer Saftey Tips for Parents
I love summer time. Active mornings and lazy afternoon naps make me happy. We have so much fun and days are easier than when we are stuck inside all day. Sadly along with all of the fun often accidents happen too. Sometimes big but most often small. With a little diligence, many of the most…
Frog Unit Study
Our Spring theme is in full swing with the little ones. The older kids (1st and 3rd grade) need a bit more for their lessons for proper development. Its so much fun creating unit studies that allow all 4 to learn, grow, and even be challanged together. So hop on in to this frog unit study…
DIY Easter Bunny Ears Headband
Easter is coming soon and if you ask me it can’t come soon enough because with it comes SPRING! Last year the girls just loved their DIY Easter Bonnets but my son was left out of the fun. This year I decided to make him his own special Easter Bunny Ears Headband. I know he will…
Up-cycled Manipulative Storage Ideas
Earlier this week I introduced you to the many benefits of using manipulatives with your child. I told you about the many manipulatives we receive from Mother Goose Time and even set you up for a giveaway of two mystery bags of manipulatives you should hurry over and sign up for. When you get manipulatives for…
Bedtime Calming Lotion *Easy DIY*
Is bedtime a fight for your family? Do you find the toddler sleeping on the stairs because she got up and ran away after bedtime… That can’t be just us… Right? This bedtime calming lotion helps your child settle into a relaxed state, fall asleep, and stay asleep naturally. Nighttime rituals are one of the…
Spoonful of Love Gift
This site and easy Spoonful of Love craft should go on your list. You could do this with the little ones for Valentine’s day OR stock up on clearance Conversation Hearts Candies after the holiday to whip some of these up for Mothers Day. I’m sure Grandma would love this to show off in her…
DIY Soothing Aloe Face Wash
Whether you need to soothe your wind chapped winter skin, dry sun damaged summer skin, or you just want a gentle cleanser that leaves it healthier than before this Soothing Aloe Face Wash has your skin covered! While Castille soap gently washes away dirt, makeup and oils the aloe and coconut oil soothe and condition…
DIY Coffee Infused Anti-Aging Eye Serum
I’m a mom. I haven’t slept a full night in a good ten years now. Under my eyes NEEDS all the help they can get. Caffeine is known for the ability to reduce puffy dark under eyes. Sort of like how it perks you up for the day I also perks your skin up. This…